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Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta
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Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta

This Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta combines creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce with the bold spice of buffalo chicken for a comforting yet fiery pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknights or game day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian Fusion
Calories: 640
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1.5 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 0.5 cup buffalo sauce
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about a minute until it forms a smooth paste. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  3. Once the sauce begins to thicken, stir in the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold in the cooked shredded chicken and buffalo sauce. Stir well so that every piece of chicken is coated in the spicy, creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss everything together, ensuring that the pasta is fully coated in the Buffalo Chicken Alfredo sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by adding more or less buffalo sauce. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Great with rotisserie chicken for convenience.